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Acer Altos G500
User’s guide
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Copyright © 2001 Acer Incorporated
All Rights Reserved.
Acer Altos G500
User’s guide
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation
to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new
editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes
no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents
hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose.
Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in
the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label
affixed to your computer. All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial
number, model number, and purchase information.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in
any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
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Place of Purchase: ________________________________
Acer and the Acer Logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other company’s product
names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their
respective companies.
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Notices
FCC notice
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the device and receiver
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Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help
Notice: Shield cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.
Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by
the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this
computer.
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Use conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Important safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future
reference.
1
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
3
Do not use this product near water.
4
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
5
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked
by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation
is provided.
6
This product should be operated from the type of power indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
available, consult your dealer or local power company.
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Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where persons will walk on the cord.
8
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the
total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also,
make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
9
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet
slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or
other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
b
If liquid has been spilled into the product
c
If the product has been exposed to rain or water
d
If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions since improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal condition.
e
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged
f
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,
indicating a need for service.
12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we
recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman.
13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not
disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from
children and dispose of used batteries promptly.
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14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in
your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type:
UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE
approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6
meters).
Laser compliance statement
The CD-ROM drive in this computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive’s
classification label (shown below) is located on the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO
BEAM.
Notices
FCC notice
Important safety instructions
Laser compliance statement
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1 System overview
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Overview
Processors
Memory
System chipsets
Expansion slots
Hardware management support
Features summary
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2 System tour
External and internal structure
Front panel
Rear panel
Internal components
Keyboard
Mouse
Disk drives
3.5-inch floppy drive
CD-ROM drive
Setting up your system
Preinstallation requirements
Basic connections
Connecting the PS/2 keyboard
Connecting the PS/2 mouse
Connecting the VGA monitor
Connecting to the network
Connecting the power cable
Turning on your system
Power-on problems
Turning off your system
Connecting options
Printer
USB devices
3 Upgrading your system
Installation precautions
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Contents
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ESD precautions
Preinstallation instructions
Post-installation instructions
Opening your system
Opening the front panel door
Removing the front panel door
Opening the side panel
Mainboard layout
Installing the VGA card retainer
Installing and removing storage devices
Replacing the 3.5-inch floppy drive
Replacing a 5.25-inch storage device (optional)
Removing and installing the CPU
Removing a CPU
Installing a CPU
Removing and installing memory modules
Removing a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing expansion cards
Installing an external redundant system fan (optional)
4 BIOS Setup utility
BIOS Setup utility
Entering Setup
System Information
Product Information
Disk Drives
IDE Channel Type
Onboard Peripherals
Power Management
Boot Options
Date and Time
System Security
Setting and changing the password
Removing a password
IPMI Configuration
RDM Configuration
Load Default Settings
Abort Settings Change
Exit Setup
Appendix A: ASM Pro quick installation guide
Installing ASM Pro
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System requirements
System setup
Installing ASM Pro Console
Installing ASM Pro Server Agent
Installing RDM
System requirements
Connecting communication peripherals
RDM Console setup
Installing AWM and Microsoft Internet
Information Service (IIS)
System requirements
Installing AWM
Setting up Microsoft IIS
Running AWM
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Index
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Contents
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1 System overview
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The Acer Altos G500 server model is a
powerful dual-processor system loaded with
a host of new and innovative features. The
system offers a new standard for flexible
productivity ideal for local or wide area
networks and multiuser server environments.
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Overview
The Acer Altos G500 server model utilizes a PCI bus based dualprocessor mainboard built on an ATX baseboard. It comes with a dual
FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin-Grip Array) processor socket utilizing the Intel®
Pentium® III processor integrated with the VIA Pro 266T chipset. The
mainboard also integrates the Intel® 82550 10/100 Mbps PCI Ethernet
chipset that supports WOL (Wake on LAN) for better remote site
management.
For expandability, the mainboard includes one AGP (Accelerated
Graphics Port) bus, five PCI bus slots and four DIMM sockets that allow
memory installation up to a maximum of 4 GB using 1-GB DDR SDRAM
(double data rate Synchronous DRAM) modules.
For connectivity, the mainboard provides two USB (Universal Serial Bus)
connectors, PS/2 interface for both mouse and keyboard and other
standard features such as two UART NS16C550 serial ports, enhanced
parallel port with Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)/Extended Capabilities
Port (ECP) support and one RJ-45 network port.
The system is fully compatible with MS-DOS V6.X, Novell Netware, Red
Hat Linux, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and SCO Unixware.
Processors
The Pentium III processor delivers higher performance than previous
Pentium processors while maintaining binary compatibility with all
previous Intel Architecture processors.
The mainboard supports 100 or 133 MHz GTL+ host bus frequencies for
one Pentium III processor running at 933 Mhz, 1 GHz, 1.13 GHz,
1.26 GHz and future generation of Pentium III processors.
Memory
The four DIMM sockets on board accept 128-, 256-, 512-MB and 1-GB
DDR SDRAM modules for a maximum memory upgrade capacity of up
to 4 GB. For data integrity, the default setting of the ECC (errorcorrecting code) function of the memory system in BIOS is enabled.
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Note: The DDR SDRAM module should work under 3.3 volts only;
5-volt memory devices are not supported.
The mainboard supports 266 MHz DDR-SDRAM (PC-2100) module.
System chipsets
VIA Pro266T chipset
The VIA Pro266T chipset was specifically designed to meet the needs of
high performance systems. It consists of two components: VT8653
(north bridge) and VT8233 (south bridge).
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VT8653 (north bridge) provides the host interface, memory system
control interface, PCI interface, and AGP interface to boost
graphics performance.
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VT8233 (south bridge) integrates super I/O functions like keyboard
and mouse interface, floppy disk controller, advanced digital data
separator, two compatible serial ports (UARTs), one parallel port,
on-chip 12 mA AT bus drivers, one floppy direct drive support, and
Intelligent Power Management (IPM) support.
SCSI subsystem
The dual-channel AIC-7899 single-chip host adapter delivers Ultra
160/m SCSI data transfer rates which double the Ultra-2 SCSI data
transfer rate of up to 160 MByte/s. With two channels, it delivers a
total of 320 MByte/s bandwidth. In addition, the AIC-7899 features a
66 MHz, 64-bit PCI interface that supports zero wait-state memory
which also operates on 33 MHz, 32-bit PCI buses. It supports up to 15
devices on a 12-meter cable (or 25 meters in a point-to-point
configuration), making it ideal for both clustering and RAID
configurations.
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LAN subsystem
Another cost-effective feature for network solutions is the integration
of Intel’s 82550 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet controller which supports:
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Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 1.0B-based
power management
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wake on Magic Packet
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wake on Interesting Packet
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advanced System Management Bus (SMB) based manageability
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Wired for Management (WfM) 2.0 compliance
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IP checksum assist
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PCI 2.2 compliance
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PC 2001 compliance
Expansion slots
AGP bus
AGP is solely developed for the purpose of supporting 3D graphic
applications. The AGP Pro (50) slot has a 32-bit wide channel that runs
at 66 MHz, which translates into a total bandwidth of 266 MBps. This
is twice the bandwidth of PCI buses (133 MBps). AGP also accesses the
main memory directly allowing 3D textures to be stored in main
memory rather than video memory.
PCI bus
The mainboard has five PCI buses that support 32-bit/33 MHz PCI
devices. The PCI bus is the key interface that communicates between
the north and the south bridge.
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Hardware management support
The mainboard supports a power management function that conforms
to the power saving standards of the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) Energy Star program. It also offers Plug-and-Play feature
which helps save users from configuration problems, thus making the
system more user-friendly.
Additional features include hardware support for ASM Pro (Advanced
System Manager Pro) and RDM (Remote Diagnostic Management).
ASM detects problems in the CPU thermal condition, CPU working
voltage detection (±12V/±5V/3.3V/1.5V), and PCI bus utilization
calculation. It also detects if the CPU fan or the chassis fan
malfunctions. Meanwhile, RDM allows execution of the RDM
diagnostic program from a remote RDM station to fix detected
problems or to reboot the system.
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Features summary
The mainboard has the following major components:
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FC-PGA dual socket that supports a Pentium III processor running
at 933 MHz,1 GHz, 1.13 GHz and1.26 GHz and future generations
of Pentium III CPUs
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VIA Pro266T chipset which includes the north and the south bridge
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Onboard Intel 82550 10/100 Mbps LAN chip with WOL support
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Adaptec® AIC-7899 Dual Channel SCSI controller chipset supports:
• Channel A - one 68-pin ULTRA 160/m SCSI connector
• Channel B - one 68-pin ULTRA 160/m SCSI connector
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Four DIMM sockets that accept 128-, 256-, 512-MB and 1-GB DDRSDRAM with a maximum memory upgrade capacity of 4 GB
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One AGP bus and five PCI bus slots
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System clock/calendar with battery backup
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IDE disk drive interfaces
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Super I/O chipset
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Auxiliary power connector for 280-watts SPS and ATX power
supply
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Hardware support for ASM Pro (Advanced System Manager Pro)
and RDM (Remote Diagnostic Management)
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External ports:
Two USB connectors
PS/2-compatible keyboard port
PS/2-compatible mouse port
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RJ-45 jack
Parallel port
Two serial ports
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This chapter discusses the features and
components of your system.
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External and internal structure
Front panel
Note: One pair of system keys are hung inside the front panel
door. Additional duplicate keys can be found at the back of the
system.
No.
Item
1
Power indicator
2
Hard disk activity indicator
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No.
Item
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System status indicator
4
Keylock
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Front panel
Rear panel
No.
Item
No.
Item
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System fan
4
I/O connectors
2
Power cable socket
5
Monitor/VGA port
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No.
Item
No.
Item
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Housing fan
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Expansion slots
Internal components
No.
Item
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CD-ROM Headphone/Earphone port
2
CD-ROM Increase/Decrease volume button
3
CD-ROM activity indicator
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CD-ROM tray
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CD-ROM Play/Forward button
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CD-ROM Stop/Eject button
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No.
Item
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Floppy drive eject button
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Floppy drive tray
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Floppy drive activity indicator
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Power button
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Power indicator
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Hard disk activity indicator
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System status indicator
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5.25-inch half-height bays
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Expansion slots
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Housing fan
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Power supply
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Keyboard
Your system comes with a PS/2 keyboard. The keyboard has full-sized
keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve
function keys.
No.
Component
Function
1
Function keys
(F1 - F12)
Access most of the computer’s controls like
screen brightness, volume output and the
BIOS Setup utility.
2
Scroll Lock
When activated, the screen moves one line
up or down when you press the up arrow
or down arrow respectively. Take note
that Scroll Lock may not work with some
applications.
3
Num Lock
When activated, the keypad is set to
numeric mode, i.e., the keys function as a
calculator (complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -, x, and /).
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No.
Component
Function
4
Cursor keys
Also called the arrow keys. These keys let
you move the cursor around the screen.
They serve the same function as the arrow
keys on the numeric pad when the Num
Lock is toggled off.
5
Application key
Opens the applications context menu
(same function as clicking the right button
of the mouse).
6
Palm rest
Provides a comfortable place to rest your
hands while typing.
(detachable)
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8
Windows logo key
Caps Lock
Start button. Combinations with this key
perform special functions, such as:
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Windows + Tab: Activate the next
Taskbar button
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Windows + E: Explore My Computer
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Windows + F: Find Document
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Windows + M: Minimize All
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Shift + Windows + M: Undo Minimize All
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Windows + R: Displays the Run dialog box
When activated, all alphabetic characters
typed appear in uppercase (same function
as pressing Shift + <letter>).
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Mouse
Your PS/2 mouse has one ratchet wheel and two buttons: a left button
and a right button. Quickly pressing and releasing the buttons is called
clicking. Sometimes, you will need to do a double-click (clicking the
same button twice quickly) or a right-click (clicking the right button
quickly).
The ratchet wheel in between the two buttons is added to provide
easier scrolling capability. By simply moving the wheel with your index
finger, you can quickly move through multiple pages, lines, or
windows. The wheel may also function as a third button allowing you
to quickly click or double-click an icon or a selected item.
Note: If you are left-handed, refer to your Windows manual for
instructions on how to set up your mouse for left-handed use.
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Disk drives
Your system comes with the following disk drives:
3.5-inch floppy drive
Your system’s 3.5-inch floppy drive can handle 720-KB and 1.44-MB
capacity diskettes.
Floppy diskettes are compact, lightweight, and easy to carry around.
Here are some tips on how to take care of your diskettes:
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Always make backup copies of the diskettes that contain
important data or program files.
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Keep diskettes away from magnetic fields and sources of heat.
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Avoid removing a diskette from the floppy drive when the drive
activity indicator is on.
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Write-protect your diskettes to prevent accidental erasure. To do
this, slide the write-protect tab to the write-protect position (1).
Sliding the write-protect tab to the not-write-protect position (2)
will allow you to store and modify data in your diskettes.
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When you put a label on a 3.5-inch diskette, make sure that the
label is properly attached (flat on the surface) and within the
labeling area (area with a slight surface depression) on the
diskette. An improperly attached label may cause a diskette to get
stuck in the floppy drive when you are inserting or removing it.
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CD-ROM drive
Your system comes with a CD-ROM drive. This drive is located on the
front panel of your system. The CD-ROM drive allows you to play
different types of compact discs (CDs) and video CDs.
CDs, like diskettes, are also compact, lightweight, and easy to carry
around. However, they are more delicate than diskettes and must be
handled with extra care.
To insert a CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive:
1
Gently push the Stop/Eject button located on the front panel.
2
When the disc tray slides open, insert the CD. Make sure that the
label or title side of the disc is facing upward.
Caution! Hold the disc by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or
fingerprints.
3
Push the Stop/Eject button again to close the tray.
To take care of your CDs:
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Keep your discs in a disk case when not in use to avoid scratches or
other damage. Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on
the disc, impair the disc lens reader on the CD-ROM drive, or stop
the system from successfully reading the disc.
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When handling discs, always hold them by the edges to avoid
smudges or fingerprints.
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When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a
straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular
motion.
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Clean your CD-ROM drive periodically. You may refer to a cleaning
kit for instructions. Cleaning kits can be purchased in any system
or electronics shop.
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Setting up your system
Preinstallation requirements
Selecting a site
Before unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for
the system for maximum efficiency. Consider the following factors
when choosing a site for the system:
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Near a grounded power outlet
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Clean and dust-free
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Sturdy surface free from vibration
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Well-ventilated and away from sources of heat
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Secluded from electromagnetic fields produced by electrical
devices such as air conditioners, radio and TV transmitters, etc.
Checking the package contents
Check the following items from the package:
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Acer Altos G500 ystem
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Acer Altos G500 User’s guide (with system binder)
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CD-ROM driver kits
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System keys (hung inside the front panel door)
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your dealer
immediately.
Save the boxes and packing materials for future use.
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Basic connections
The system unit, keyboard, mouse, and monitor constitute the basic
system. Before connecting any other peripherals, connect these
peripherals first to test if the system is running properly.
Connecting the PS/2 keyboard
Plug the plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port
(purple) located on the rear panel of your system.
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Connecting the PS/2 mouse
Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port
located on the rear panel of your system.
(green port)
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Connecting the VGA monitor
To connect the VGA monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the
monitor/VGA port
system.
(blue port) located on the rear panel of your
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Connecting to the network
You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a
network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the
network port
system.
(black port) located on the rear panel of your
Note: Consult your operating system manual for information on
how to configure your network setup.
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Connecting the power cable
Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear
panel of your system. Then plug the other end of the power cable into
a power outlet. The figure below shows a complete connection of the
whole system
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Turning on your system
After making sure that you have set up the system properly and
connected all the required cables, you can now power on your system.
To power on the system, press the power button on the front panel.
The system starts up and displays a welcome message. After that, a
series of power-on self-test (POST) messages appears. The POST
messages indicate if the system is running well or not.
Note: If the system does not turn on or boot after pressing the
power button, go to the next section for the possible causes of the
boot failure.
Aside from the POST messages, you can determine if the system is in
good condition by checking if the following occurred:
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Power indicator on the front bezel lights up (green)
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Power, Num Lock, and Caps Lock indicators on the keyboard light
up
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Power-on problems
If the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the
following factors that might have caused the boot failure.
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The external power cable may be loosely connected.
Check the power cable connection from the power source to the
power cable socket on the rear panel. Make sure that the cable is
properly connected to the power source and to the power cable
socket.
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No power comes from the grounded power outlet.
Have an electrician check your power outlet.
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Loose or improperly connected internal power cables.
Check the internal cable connections. If you are not confident to
perform this step, ask a qualified technician to assist you.
Warning! Make sure all power cords are disconnected from
the electrical outlet before performing this task.
Note: If you have gone through the preceding actions and the
system still fails to boot, ask your dealer or a qualified technician
for assistance.
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Turning off your system
To turn off your computer, on the Windows taskbar click on the Start
button, point to Shut Down..., select Shut down from the dropdown
window then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals
connected to your computer.
If you cannot shut down your computer, press the power button for at
least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put the computer
in a Suspend mode only.
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Connecting options
Printer
Your system supports serial, parallel and USB printers.
To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel/
printer port
system.
(burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your
Note: If you are using a serial printer, connect the printer cable
into either serial port 1 or serial port 2. In the same manner,
connect a USB printer by plugging the printer cable into either
USB ports. The serial and USB ports are both located on the
system’s rear panel.
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USB devices
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a new serial bus design that is capable of
cascading low-/medium-speed peripherals (less than 12 Mbps) such as a
keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB,
complex cable connections can be eliminated.
Your system comes with two USB ports located on the rear panel. These
ports allow you to connect additional serial devices to your system
without using up its system resources.
To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into either USB
ports
(black port) located on the rear panel of your system.
Note: Most USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you
to daisy-chain other devices.
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system
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This chapter contains basic information
about your mainboard that you will find
helpful when performing the instructions of
the upgrade process which are also
discussed in this chapter.
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Installation precautions
Before you install any system component, we recommend that you
read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD
precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation
instructions.
ESD precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives,
expansion boards, and other components. Always observe the
following precautions before you install a computer component:
1
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until
you are ready to install it.
2
Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the
computer before handling components. If a wrist strap is not
available, maintain contact with the computer throughout any
procedure requiring ESD protection.
Preinstallation instructions
Always observe the following before you install any component:
1
Turn off your system and all the peripherals connected to it.
2
Unplug all cables from the power outlets.
3
Open your system according to the instructions on page 35.
4
Follow the ESD precautions described above when handling a
computer component.
5
Remove any expansion board(s) or peripheral(s) that block access
to the DIMM socket or other component connector.
See the following sections for specific installation instructions on the
component you want to install.
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Warning! Failure to properly turn off the computer before
you start installing components may cause serious
damage.
Do not attempt the procedures described in the following
sections unless you are a qualified service technician.
Post-installation instructions
Observe the following after installing a computer component:
1
See to it that all components are installed according to the
described step-by-step instructions.
2
Replace any expansion board(s) or peripheral(s) that you have
previously removed.
3
Connect the necessary cables.
4
Replace the side panel.
5
Turn on the system.
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Opening your system
Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned
off your system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the
“Preinstallation instructions” on page 33.
You need to open your system before you can install additional
components. The system housing has one front panel door and one
removable side panel. See the following section for instructions.
Opening the front panel door
A security lock secures the front panel door to protect your system unit
against unauthorized access.
To open the front panel door:
1
Insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise until it points to
the unlocked icon.
2
Pull open the front panel door.
Removing the front panel door
The front panel door is attached to the main housing by screwless
hinges. Follow these steps to remove the door:
1
Unlock the door with the key (when necessary).
2
Open it to more than a 45° angle.
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Lift it up a little, then move it away from the housing.
Opening the side panel
A microswitch is located on the side panel. It helps indicate whether
the panel is removed or intact.
1
Turn off your system unit and unplug all cables.
2
Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface.
3
Open then remove the front panel door. Refer to page 35 for
more detailed instructions.
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4
Remove the two front screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Keep
them in a safe place for later use.
5
Pull out the panel handle to remove the side panel.
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Mainboard layout
The mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It
should look like the figure shown below
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Item
Description
BU1
Internal buzzer
BT1
Battery
CNX3
Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB)
CNX4
Power status
CN1
20-pin ATX power supply connector
CN2
Above: PS/2 mouse port
Below: PS/2 keyboard port
CN3
6-pin AUX power supply connector
CN4
USB ports
CN5
Above: Parallel port
Left (from backside): Serial port 2
Right (from backside): Serial port 1
CN6
CPU 1 fan connector
CN7 - CN10
DIMM 1 - DIMM 4 slots
CN11
LAN jack (RJ-45)
CN12
Primary IDE connector
CN13
Secondary IDE connector
CN14
FDD connector
CN17
CPU 2 fan connector
CN18
System fan 3 connector
CN19
AGP slot
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Item
Description
CN20
Multi connector
1, 2 : Power button
3, 4, 5, 6 : Event LED
7, 9, 11 : Power LED
8, 10, 12,14 : HDD LED
19, 20 : Intrusion sensor
21-22 : Reserved
CN21
Wake on LAN connector
CN22
SCSI LED connector
CN28
SCSI channel B connector (68-pin)
(Ultra 160/m)
CN30
System fan 1 connector
CN31
System fan 2 connector
CN33
SCSI channel A connector (68-pin)
(Ultra 160/m)
JP14
Clear CMOS
1-2 : Normal
2-3 : Clear
PCI1-PCI5
PCI 1 to PCI 5 slots
SW1 (1)
On: Password Disable
SW1 (2)
Reserved
SW1 (3)
SCSI channel A terminator
1-2 : On
2-3 : Off
SW1 (4)
SCSI channel B terminator
1-2 : On
2-3 : Off
UX13
IPMI chipset (Intelligent Platform
Management Interface, for BIOS)
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Item
Description
U6
CPU 1 socket
U10
VIA Pro266T chipset (VT8653, north bridge)
U14
CPU 2 socket
U22
Flash ROM (BIOS)
U23
Intel® 82550 LAN chipset
U32
VIA Pro266T chipset (VT8233, south bridge)
U44
Super I/O chipset (SMSC 47M102)
U47
SCSI chipset (Adaptec AIC-7899W)
Settings in bolface are the default factory settings.
Installing the VGA card retainer
To maintain the stability of the VGA card connection to the mainboard,
please check if a VGA card retainer is installed on your system. If the
card retainer is not present, refer to the instructions below for the
installation process:
Note: The VGA card retainer is included in your system’s package
contents. If it is missing or damaged, contact your computer
dealer immediately.
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1
Press your fingers on the card retainer wedge clip to detach it from
the rod portion of the retainer.
2
Slip the wedge through the card retainer rod (1).
Peel off the adhesive cover from the flat portion of the card
retainer (2).
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3
Press the adhesive side of the card retainer to the side of the VGA
slot (1).
Adjust the wedge to the VGA card height by pressing its clip to
move it downward (2). Make sure that the wedge properly secures
the VGA card into place.
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Installing and removing storage
devices
Your system supports one 3.5-inch and five 5.25-inch internal storage
devices. The empty drive bays allow you to install additional drives
such as a CD-ROM drive, a digital audio tape (DAT) drive or another
hard disk drive. These would provide your system additional storage
capacity.
Note: Your basic system already comes pre-installed with a CDROM drive and a 3.5-inch floppy drive.
Replacing the 3.5-inch floppy drive
1
Remove the housing panels. Refer to page 36 for more detailed
instructions.
2
Disconnect the power and signal cables from the old drive.
3
Detach the old 3.5-inch drive with the drive frame from the
housing by removing the two chassis screws. Keep the screws for
later use.
4
Remove the four frame screws that hold the old drive to the drive
frame then pull out the drive.
5
Install a new 3.5-inch drive to the drive frame and secure it with
the four frame screws you have previously removed.
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6
Insert the new drive into the drive bay and secure it with the two
chassis screws you have previously removed.
7
Connect the power and signal cables to the new drive.
8
Replace the housing panels.
Replacing a 5.25-inch storage device (optional)
Note: If you are installing a new drive in an empty drive bay, skip
steps 2 to 4.
To replace a 5.25-inch storage device:
1
Remove the housing panels. Refer to page 36 for more detailed
instructions.
2
Detach the power and signal cables from the drive.
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3
Detach the 5.25-inch drive frame from the housing by removing
the two screws chassis. Keep the screws for later use.
4
Remove the four frame screws that hold the old drive to the drive
frame then pull out the drive.
5
Install a new 5.25-inch drive to the drive frame and secure it with
the four frame screws you have previously removed.
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6
Insert the drive frame with the newly-installed 5.25-inch drive into
the drive bay and secure it with the two chassis screws you have
previously removed.
7
Connect the power and signal cables to the drive.
8
Replace the housing panels.
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Removing and installing the CPU
Your system’s Pentium III processor comes in a FC-PGA 370-pin package.
The FC-PGA package is designed for the new breed of sleek, high
performance, small form factor PCs.
Your mainboard supports a Pentium III processor running at 933 MHz,
1 GHz, 1.13 GHz and1.26 GHz and future generations of Pentium CPUs
on a 100 or 133 MHz system bus.
Caution: Always observe the ESD precautions when installing or
removing a system component. Refer to page 33.
Removing a CPU
Follow these steps to remove a CPU:
1
Remove the housing panels. See page 36 for more detailed
instructions.
2
Locate the CPU socket on the mainboard.
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3
Detach the fan/heatsink cable connector (1).
4
Insert a flat screwdriver into the fan/heatsink metal bracket (2)
and pry it outward (3).
5
Detach the metal bracket from the socket (4) then remove it from
the other side (5).
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6
Pull out the fan/heatsink from the CPU(1).
7
Raise the socket lever up to a 90° angle (2) before detaching the
CPU from its socket (3).
Caution: The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on.
NEVER touch the heatsink with any metal or with your hands.
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Installing a CPU
Before you proceed make sure that there is no CPU installed in the CPU
socket. Follow the steps below to install a CPU:
1
Locate the CPU socket on the mainboard.
2
Secure the CPU fan to its base with the four screws provided.
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3
Align the CPU to its socket, making sure that pin 1 (indicated by
the notched corner) of the CPU connects to hole 1 of the socket
(on the bottom right corner) (1).
4
Insert the CPU into the socket (2), then press down the socket lever
to lock the CPU into place (3).
5
Reattach the metal brackets to the CPU (1 to 3), then plug the fan/
heatsink cable into the fan connector on the mainboard (4).
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Removing and installing memory
modules
The four 184-pin memory sockets onboard support DDR SDRAM
modules. You may install 128-, 256-, 512-MB and 1 GB DDR SDRAM for
a maximum memory upgrade capacity of up to 4 GB.
The DDR SDRAM module should work under 2.5 volts only; 5-volt
memory devices are not supported. The mainboard supports 266 MHz
DDR-SDRAM ( PC-2100) modules.
Each of the memory sockets is independent from the others. This
independence allows you to install memory modules with different
capacities to form different configurations.
Removing a DIMM
Before you can install a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any
previously installed DIMM from that socket.
1
Open the front panel and remove the side panel of the housing.
See page 36 for more information on opening the housing panels.
2
Locate the DIMM socket on the mainboard.
3
Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to
release the DIMM (a).
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Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the socket (b).
Note: Place your forefingers on the top of the DIMM before
pressing the holding clips to gently disengage the DIMM from the
socket.
Installing a DIMM
Before you can install a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any
previously installed DIMM from that socket.
1
Locate the DIMM socket on the mainboard.
2
Open the clips on the socket.
3
Align then insert the DIMM into the socket.
4
Press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in place.
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Note: The DIMM socket is slotted to ensure proper installation. If
you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you
may have inserted incorrectly. Reverse the orientation of the
DIMM and insert it again.
Reconfiguring your system memory
The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed.
Run Setup to view the new value for total system memory and make a
note of it.
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Installing expansion cards
There are two kinds of expansion slots available on your mainboard:
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) and AGP (Accelerated
Graphics Port).
To install an expansion card:
1
Remove the housing panels. Refer to page 36 for more detailed
instructions.
2
Locate an empty expansion slot on the mainboard.
3
Remove the metal bracket opposite the selected empty expansion
slot by removing the screw that holds the bracket to the housing
then pulling out the bracket.
4
Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging.
5
Align the card in the empty bracket. Make sure that the card is
properly seated.
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6
Insert the bracket with the card into the selected slot then secure it
with the screw you have previously removed.
7
Replace the housing panels.
Note: When you turn on the system, the BIOS Setup utility
automatically detects and assigns resources to the new device
(applicable only to Plug-and-Play expansion cards).
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Installing an external redundant
system fan (optional)
An additional external redundant fan can be installed behind the
system housing. This allows the system to still operate properly in case
the internal system fan malfunctioned.
To install an external redundant fan:
1
On the rear panel, use a screwdriver to push open the plastic peg
located below the internal system fan module.
2
Insert the redundant fan into the fan cage and attach the fan cage
to the system housing with the four screws provided.
3
Insert the fan cable into the peg hole and attach the cable to the
mainboard.
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utility
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This chapter gives information about the
system BIOS and discusses how to configure
the system by changing the settings of the
BIOS parameters.
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BIOS Setup utility
The BIOS Setup utility is a hardware configuration program built into
your computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most
computers are already properly configured and optimized, there is no
need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration
problems and get the "Run Setup" message, you will need to run this
utility.
The Setup program loads the configuration values in a battery-backed
nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area is not part
of the system RAM which allows configuration data to be retained
when power is turned off.
Note: If you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages, the battery
may be bad. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration
values in CMOS. Ask a qualified technician for assistance.
Before you run Setup, make sure that you have saved all open files.
The system reboots immediately after you exit Setup.
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Entering Setup
Power on the computer to start the system POST (Power On Self Test)
process. While booting, press the key combination Ctrl+Alt+Esc
simultaneously.
The Basic Setup Utility main menu will appear.
Note: You must press Ctrl+Alt+Esc while the system is booting.
This key combination does not work during any other time.
The system supports two Setup Utility levels: Basic and Advanced.
If you are an advanced user, you may want to check the detailed
configuration of your system. Detailed system configurations are
contained in the Advanced Level. To view the Advanced Level, press F8
while viewing the Basic Setup main menu.
The Key Help Guide (press <Alt+H> to activate) shows you how to
move around the BIOS setup screen:
•
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to move around the Setup
Utility screen.
•
Use the Left and Right arrow keys to move to the next page or to
return to the previous page if the setup screen has more than one
page available.
•
Use the Page Up, Page Down, +, or - keys to select the options if
they are available.
•
Press Esc to return to the Main menu.
Note: A parameter with an asterisk (*) mark indicates that the
parameter appears only when you are in the Advanced Level.
Also, grayed items on the screens have fixed settings and are not
user-configurable.
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Basic Setup Utility main menu
Advanced Setup Utility main menu
The parameters on the screens shown in this User’s guide display
default system values. These values may not be the same as those in
your computer. The grayed-out items on the screens have fixed settings
and are not user-configurable.
In the descriptive table following each of the main menu option
screens, the settings in boldface are the default and suggested
parameter settings.
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System Information
The following screen appears if you select System Information from
the main menu:
Parameter
Description
Processor
Type of processor currently installed in your system
Processor Speed
Clock speed of the processor currently installed in
your system
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Parameter
Description
Level 1 Cache
Total amount of first-level or the internal fast
accessed memory size (i.e., the memory integrated
into the CPU)
Level 2 Cache
Total amount of second-level cache memory size
that comes with the CPU. The available cache sizes
are 256 or 512 KB.
Floppy Drive A
Floppy Drive B
System’s current diskette drive A and drive B
settings
IDE Primary
Channel Master
Current configuration of the IDE device connected
to the master port of the primary IDE channel
IDE Primary
Channel Slave
Current configuration of the IDE device connected
to the slave port of the primary IDE channel
IDE Secondary
Channel Master
Current configuration of the IDE device connected
to the master port of the secondary IDE channel
IDE Secondary
Channel Slave
Current configuration of the IDE device connected
to the slave port of the secondary IDE channel
Total Memory
Total amount of onboard memory. The memory
size is automatically detected by BIOS during the
POST. If you install additional memory, the system
automatically adjusts this parameter to display the
new memory size.
1st/2nd/3rd bank
Type and size of DRAM installed in DIMM sockets 1,
2, and 3 respectively. The None setting indicates
that there is no DRAM installed
Serial port 1
Serial port 1 address and IRQ setting
Serial port 2
Serial port 2 address and IRQ setting
Parallel port
Parallel port address and IRQ setting
PS/2 mouse
Pointing device installation setting. Displays None
if no pointing device is installed
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Product Information
Product Information displays general data about the system, such as
the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc. These information
is necessary for troubleshooting and may be required when asking for
technical support. These entries are for your reference only and cannot
be changed.
The following shows how the Product Information screen appears:
Parameter
Description
Product Name
Official name of the system
System S/N
System’s serial number
Mainboard ID
Mainboard’s identification number
Mainboard S/N
Mainboard’s serial number
System BIOS Version
Version of the BIOS utility
SMBIOS Version
Version of the SMBIOS
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Disk Drives
Select Disk Drives to input configuration values for the system disk
drives. The following shows the Disk Drives screen:
Parameter
Description
Option
Floppy Drive A
Floppy Drive B
Selects the floppy disk drive type
1.44 MB, 3.5-inch
None
360 KB, 5.25-inch
1.2 MB, 5.25-inch
720 KB, 3.5-inch
2.88 MB, 3.5-inch
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Parameter
Description
Option
IDE Primary
Channel Master
and Slave
These items let you select the IDE
hard disk parameters that your
system supports.
Auto. Enables BIOS to
automatically detect the
parameters of installed HDDs
during the POST (power-on selftest).
Auto
User
IDE Secondary
Channel Master
and Slave
User. HDD parameters manually
configured.
None. No HDD is connected to the
system.
Note: The IDE CD-ROM is always
automatically detected.
None
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IDE Channel Type
The following screens appear if you select any of the the IDE drive
parameters from the Disk Drives screen:
Parameter
Description
Option
Device
Detection
Mode
Lets you specify the type of hard disk
installed in your system. If you want BIOS
to automatically configure your hard disk,
select Auto. If you know your hard disk
type, you can enter the setting manually.
Auto
User
Device Type
Indicates a hard disk type device
Cylinder
Specifies the number of cylinders in your
hard disk, and is automatically set
depending on your Type parameter setting.
User Input
Head
Specifies the number of heads in your hard
disk, and is automatically set depending on
your Type parameter setting.
User Input
Sector
Specifies the number of sectors in your hard
disk, and is automatically set depending on
your Type parameter setting.
User Input
None
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Parameter
Description
Option
Size
Specifies the size of your hard disk, in MB.
User Input
Hard Disk
LBA Mode
When set to Auto, the BIOS utility
automatically detects if the installed hard
disk supports the function. If supported, it
allows you to use a hard disk with a
capacity of more than 528 MB. This is made
possible through the Logical Block Address
(LBA) mode translation. However, this
enhanced IDE feature works only under
DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 95, Windows
98, Windows NT 3.5 and above, and
Windows 2000. Other operating systems
require this parameter to be set to
Disabled.
Auto
Disabled
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Onboard Peripherals
Onboard Peripherals allows you to configure the onboard
communication ports and the onboard devices. Selecting this option
displays the following screen:
Parameter
Description
Option
Serial Port 1
Enables or disables serial port 1
Enabled
Disabled
Base Address
Sets the I/O base address of
serial port 1
3F8h
2F8h
3E8h
2E8h
IRQ
Sets the IRQ (interrupt request)
channel of serial port 1
4
11
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Parameter
Description
Option
Serial Port 2
Enables or disables serial port 2
Enabled
Disabled
Base Address
Sets the serial port 2 I/O base address
2F8h
3E8h
2E8h
IRQ
Sets the IRQ channel of serial port 2
3
10
Parallel Port
Enables or disables the parallel port
Enabled
Disabled
Base Address
Sets a logical base address for the
parallel port. This parameter is
configurable only if the Parallel Port
parameter is enabled.
378h
278h
IRQ
Assigns an interrupt for the parallel
port. This parameter is configurable
only if the Parallel Port parameter is
enabled.
7
5
If you install an add-on card that has
a parallel port whose address conflicts
with the onboard parallel port, a
warning appears on the screen.
Check the parallel port address of the
add-on card and change the address
to one that does not conflict.
Operation
Mode
Sets your parallel port’s operation
mode. This parameter is configurable
only if the Parallel Port parameter is
enabled.
Extended
Capabilities Port
(ECP)
Enhanced Parallel
Port (EPP)
Bi-directional
Standard Parallel
Port (SPP)
ECP DMA
Channel
Assigns a DMA channel for the ECP
parallel port function. This
parameter is configurable only if you
select the Extended Capabilities Port
(ECP) as the operation mode.
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Parameter
Description
Option
Floppy Disk
Controller
Enables or disables the onboard
floppy disk controller
Enabled
Disabled
IDE
Controller
Enables or disables the onboard
primary, secondary or both IDE
interfaces
Both
Primary
Secondary
Disabled
PS/2 Mouse
Controller
Enables or disables the onboard PS/2
mouse controller
Enabled
Disabled
USB Host
Controller
Enables or disables the onboard USB
host controller
Disabled
Enabled
USB Legacy
Mode
Activates or deactivates the USB
keyboard connected to your system.
When activated, the USB keyboard
functions in a DOS environment.
Onboard
Ethernet Chip
Enables or disables the onboard
Ethernet controller
Enabled
Disabled
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Power Management
The Power Management menu allows you to configure the system’s
power management feature.
The following screen shows the parameters on the Power
Management screen:
Parameter
Description
Option
Power
Management
Mode
Allows you to reduce power consumption.
When this parameter is set to Enabled, you
can configure the IDE hard disk and system
timers. Setting it to Disabled deactivates
the power-management feature and its
timers.
Enabled
IDE Hard Disk
Standby Timer
Allows the hard disk to enter standby
mode after inactivity of 1 to 15 minutes,
depending on your setting. When you
access the hard disk again, allow 3 to 5
seconds (depending on the hard disk) for
the disk to return to normal speed. Set this
parameter to Off if your hard disk does not
support this function.
Off
Disabled
1 minute
15 minutes
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Parameter
Description
Option
System Sleep
Timer
This parameter sets the system to the
lowest power-saving mode after a
specified period of inactivity. Any
keyboard or mouse action or any activity
detected from the IRQ channels resumes
system operation.
Off
Sleep Mode
Lets you specify the power-saving mode
that the system will enter after a specified
period of inactivity.
Standby
On
Suspend
This parameter becomes configurable only
if the System Sleep Timer is on. Any
keyboard or mouse action, or any enabled
monitored activities occurring through the
IRQ channels resume system operation.
Power Switch
< 4 sec.
When set to Power off, the system
automatically turns off when the power
switch is pressed for less than 4 seconds.
When set to Suspend, the system enters
the suspend mode when the power switch
is pressed for less than 4 seconds.
System Wakeup Event
The system wake-up event allows the
system to resume operation when the
modem ring indicator is enabled.
Modem ring
indicator
When enabled, any fax/modem activity
wakes up the system from suspend mode.
Disabled
PCI Power
Management
Enables or disabled the PCI power
managment function
Enabled
RTC Alarm
Allows you to set a certain time on a
certain day to wake-up your system from
suspend mode.
Disabled
Enabled
Resume Day
If RTC alarm is enabled, the system will
resume operation on the day indicated
here.
User input
Resume Time
If RTC alarm is enabled, the system will
resume operation at the time indicated
here.
User input
Power off
Suspend
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Restart on AC
Power Failure
When power failure occurs and this setting
is enabled, the system will be turned on,
when the power comes back, if the system
was on.
When power failure occurs and this setting
is disabled, the system remains off when
the power comes back, even if the system
was on before the power failure occurs.
Disabled
Enabled
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Boot Options
This option allows you to specify your preferred settings for bootup.
The following screen appears if you select Boot Options from the
main menu:
Parameter
Description
Boot Sequence
This parameter allows you to specify the
boot search sequence during POST.
Option
1st. The system checks this drive first.
2nd. The system then checks this drive if it
can not boot from the 1st specified drive.
3rd. If the 1st and 2nd searches fail then
system boots from this drive.
BIOS will display an error message if the
drive(s) specified is not bootable.
Fast Boot
Allows the system to boot faster by
skipping some POST routines
Disabled
Auto
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Parameter
Description
Option
Silent Boot
Enables or disables the Silent Boot
function. When set to Enabled, BIOS is in
graphical mode and displays only an
identification logo during POST and while
booting. After booting the screen displays
the operating system prompt (such as DOS)
or logo (such as Windows 95). If any error
occurs while booting, the system
automatically switches to text mode.
Enabled
Disabled
Even if your setting is Enabled, you may
also switch to text mode while booting by
pressing the Delete key when you see the
"Press DELETE key to enter setup" message
on the screen.
When set to Disabled, BIOS is in the
conventional text mode where you see the
system initialization details on the screen
Num Lock
After Boot
Allows you to activate the Num Lock
function upon booting
Enabled
Disabled
Memory Test
When set to Enabled, this parameter
allows the system to perform a RAM test
during the POST routine. When set to
Disabled, the system detects only the
memory size and bypasses the test routine.
Enabled
Disabled
Release All
Blocked
Memory
When set to Enabled, this parameter
allows the system to bypass testing the
defective memory banks detected earlier
Disabled
Enabled
Boot from
LANDesk (R)
Service Agent
When enabled, it intervenes in the
LANDesk Service Agent boot process.
Disabled
Enabled
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Date and Time
The real-time clock keeps the system date and time. After setting the
date and time, you do not need to enter them every time you turn on
the system. As long as the internal battery remains good
(approximately seven years) and connected, the clock continues to
keep the date and time accurately even when the power is off.
Parameter
Description
Date
Set the date following the weekday-month-day-year
format. Valid values for weekday, month, day, and year
are:
Weekday: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Month: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct,
Nov, Dec
Day: 1 to 31
Year: 1980 to 2079
Time
Set the time following the hour-minute-second format.
Valid values for hour, minute, and second are:
Hour: 00 to 23
Minute: 00 to 59
Second: 00 to 59
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System Security
The Setup program has a number of security features to prevent
unauthorized access to the system and its data.
The following screen appears if you select System Security from the
main menu:
Parameter
Description
Option
Supervisor
Password
Prevents unauthorized access to
the BIOS utility. The Present
setting allows you to set a
Supervisor password.
None
Present
User Password
Secures your system against
unauthorized use. Once you set
this password, you have to type it
whenever you boot the system.
User password is available only
when a Supervisor password is set.
The Present settings allows you to
set a User password.
None
Present
Password on
Boot
User is required to enter User
password during boot up.
Disabled
Enabled
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Parameter
Description
Disk Drive
Control
The disk drive control features
enable or disable the read/write
functions of disk drives. These
features can also control the
diskette drive boot function to
prevent loading operating
systems or other programs from a
certain drive while the other
drives remain operational.
Floppy Drive
Sets the control level of the
floppy drive
Option
Normal
Write Protect All
Sectors
Write Protect Boot
Sectors
Disabled
Hard Disk
Drive
Sets the controller of the IDE drive
Normal
Write Protect All
Sectors
Write Protect Boot
Sectors
Disabled
Setting and changing the password
To set or change a Supervisor/User password:
1
Enable the Supervisor Password or User Password parameter in the
System Security menu by pressing the Up or Down arrow key to
select Present. The corresponding password window appears:
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Supervisor Password window
User Password window
2
Type a password then press Enter. The password may consists of
up to seven alphanumeric characters.
Note: Be careful when typing your password because the actual
characters do not appear on the screen; password characters
appear as asterisks (*).
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3
Retype the password to verify your first entry then press Enter.
4
Highlight the Set or Change Password option then press Enter.
5
Press Esc to return to the System Security screen.
6
Press Esc to exit Setup. The Exit Setup screen appears.
7
Choose Yes to save your settings and exit Setup. Your password
will be saved to CMOS.
Removing a password
To remove your Supervisor/User password:
1
Disable the Supervisor Password or User Password parameter in
the System Security menu by pressing the up or down arrow key
to select None.
2
Press Esc to return to the System Security menu.
3
Press Esc to exit Setup. The Exit Setup screen appears:
4
Choose Yes to save your settings and exit Setup. Your previous
password will be removed from CMOS.
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IPMI Configuration
Intelligent Platform Management Interface
The system event log enables you to record and monitor events that
occur in your system like system temperature changes, fan stops, and
others. This feature also allows you to specify the appropriate settings
for your system’s event handling.
The following table describes the parameters in the IPMI configuration
screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter
settings.
Parameter
Description
IPMI
Specification
Version
Specifies the version of Intelligent Platform
Management Interface (IPMI)
IPMI BIOS
Version
Shows the version of IPMI BIOS
Option
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Parameter
Description
Option
BMC Firmware
Version
Specifies the version of BaseBoard
Management Controller (BMC) Firmware
System Event
Logging
Enables or disables the event logging
function of your system
Enabled
Disabled
Clear Event
Log Area
Clears the event log whenever the event
log area is full
Disabled
Existing Event
Log Number
Number of events currently located in the
event log area
Remaining
Event Log
Number
Number of spaces that are still available
for logging system events
View Event
Logs
Opens the system event log file for viewing
Enabled
Event Control
BIOS POST
BIOS checks the bad processors and
memory modules during POST. When this
parameter is enabled, BIOS will stop POST
operation whenever it finds a bad
processor or memory. Otherwise, if
disabled the system will continue running.
Disabled
Memory ECC
ECC (error correcting code) tests the
accuracy of data as it passes in and out of
memory. This parameter enables or
disables the monitoring of this function.
Enabled
Disabled
PCI Devices
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) is
a 32-bit bus that supports a 64-bit
extension for new processors, such as
Pentium processors. It can run at clock
speeds of 33 or 66 MHz. This parameter
monitors the activity of this bus when set
to Enabled.
Enabled
BMC will log AC power lost and recovery
event.
Enabled
Disabled
AC Power
Lost/Recovery
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Hardware
Watchdog
If system hardware reset fails, BMC will
power off system for 10 seconds, then
power on again. It will try twice. If system
still fails to power on, BMC will perform
CPU reduction or power off the system.
Enabled
BIOS POST
Watchdog
BIOS will have a watchdog for POST. If
POST hangs up, BMC will reset the system.
It will try twice. If POST still hangs up, BMC
will power off the system.
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled
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RDM Configuration
Parameter
Description
RDM v4.5 BIOS
Version
Shows the version number of the RDM
BIOS
Console
Redirection
This parameter lets you enable or disable
the connection to the RDM manager
station. If enabled and conditions are met,
the RDM-enabled server automatically
dials the RDM manager station using the
phone number specified in the Remote
Console Phone No. parameter when the
server reboots. Once the connection is
established, both the RDM server and RDM
manager station display the same screen
which enables the RDM manager station to
function the same as the server console.
Setting this to Disabled deactivates the
RDM manager station.
Option
Disabled
Enabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Hidden
Partition
If you want the hidden partition to
become accessible, set this parameter to
Enabled. When enabled, the server boots
to the hidden partition.
Disabled
Communication
Protocol
This parameter specifies the parity, stop
bits, and data length for the COM port to
use for the RDM connection. This is fixed
at N(none), 8, 1 setting and is nonconfigurable.
N
8
COM Port Baud
Rate
This parameter lets you set the transfer
rate of the COM for the RDM connection.
The parameter setting depends on your
modem specification; therefore, before
you change the setting of this parameter,
check the documentation that came with
your modem.
9600
Remote
Console Phone
No.
This parameter allows you to set the phone
number of the RDM manager station that
the RDM module must dial once RDM is
activated and the Remote Console is
enabled. To set, simply highlight the
parameter and enter the Remote Console
phone number.
User input
Enabled
1
57600
If the remote console phone number is
using an (X) line, then you must enter six
commas (,) after the phone number and
before the extension number, if any.
When entering the extension number, we
recommend that you insert a comma after
each number. The commas specify delay.
If this parameter is left blank, the Remote
Console calling function is disregarded.
Dial Out Retry
Times
This parameter lets you specify the
maximum number of times the RDM server
must retry to connect to the RDM manager
station once the server fails and RDM is
activated. If the server has completed the
specified number of tries and the
connection still fails, the server bypasses
RDM and goes into normal mode.
2
4
8
Infinite
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Parameter
Description
Option
Emergency Management
RDM Work
Mode
When detecting system failure, the RDM
module will take some actions according to
the enabled mode.
Waiting: Page and wait for the RDM
Station to call in
Disabled
Waiting
Reboot
Reboot: Page, then reboot
Disabled: No action
Note: If Waiting is selected, the password
must be set to at least three alphanumeric
characters.
Waiting Mode
Password
Prevents unauthorized access to the server
User input
Paging Times
Allows you to set the number of times that
the RDM module must dial when the
server fails or hangs
1
2
Allows you to set the pager number that
the RDM module must dial when the
server fails or hangs
User input
Paging No.
4
8
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Load Default Settings
Use this option to load the default settings for optimized system
configuration. When you load the default settings, some of the
parameters are grayed-out with their fixed settings. These grayed
parameters are not user-configurable.
The following dialog box appears when you select Load Default
Settings from the main menu:
Select Yes to load the default settings.
Select No to ignore the message and return to the BIOS Setup utility
main menu.
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Abort Settings Change
Use this option to disregard the changes you have made to BIOS and
reload your previous settings.
The following dialog box appears when you select Abort Settings
Change from the main menu:
Select Yes to disregard your changes and reload your previous settings.
After reload, the main menu appears on the screen.
Select No to ignore the message and return to the BIOS Setup utility
main menu.
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Exit Setup
Examine the system configuration values. When you are satisfied that
all the values are correct, write them down. Store the recorded values
in a safe place. In the future, if the battery loses power or the CMOS
chip is damaged, you will know what values to enter when you rerun
Setup.
Press the Esc key to leave Setup. The following dialog box appears:
Use the arrow keys to select your response. Press the Enter key.
If you made any changes to the Setup utility, the dialog box below is
displayed.
Use the arrow keys to select your response. Select Yes to save the
changes in CMOS. Select No to retain the previous configuration
values. Press the Enter key to exit.
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installation guide
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Pro and its agent software.
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System requirements
ASM Pro Console
•
Intel Pentium or higher processor
•
64 MB of RAM (128 MB recommended)
•
20 MB free hard disk space
•
Microsoft Windows 98, Windows NT, or Windows 2000 operating
system
•
Ethernet card
•
Modem
ASM Pro Server Agent
•
Intel Pentium or higher processor
•
64 MB of RAM (128 MB recommended)
•
20 MB free hard disk space
•
Novell NetWare, SCO OpenServer, SCO UnixWare, Linux RedHat,
Microsoft Windows NT, or Windows 2000 operating system
•
Ethernet card
•
Modem (optional for RAS/OOB1)
System setup
Make sure that your computer meets the system requirements before
proceeding. You may also want to change your screen to 800 x 600
resolution or higher for optimum viewing.
1
RAS (Remote Access Services) and OOB (Out-of-Band)
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Installing ASM Pro Console
To install ASM Pro Console:
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive.
2
Click the Applications button.
3
In the Applications list, select Advanced System Manager
(ASM) Pro Console V4.5.
4
Click the Setup button.
5
Follow the Installation Wizard.
6
Click Finish to complete the installation.
Note: Remember to remove all diskettes or CDs from the drives
before rebooting the system.
Installing ASM Pro Server Agent
ASM Pro Server Agent can be installed on four different operating
systems. The installation diskette contains the installation files for the
following operating systems:
•
Novell NetWare 5.0, 5.1
•
SCO OpenServer 5.06
•
SCO Unixware 7.1
•
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Server
•
Linux RedHat 6.2, 7.0
•
Microsoft Windows 2000 (Server and Advanced Server with SP1,
SP2)
Installing the Novell NetWare Server Agent
Note: Make sure the SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol) is configured properly.
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ASM Pro Server Agent requires SNMP.NLM running with Control
Community set to 'public' to allow ASM Pro Console to communicate
with ASM Pro Server Agent.
ASMAGENT.NCF is the script file that loads all related modules of ASM
Pro Server Agent. To load the SNMP use the following command:
load snmp control=public
If you load SNMP.NLM before ASM Pro Server Agent, make sure that
the Control Community has been set up properly. For more
information, please refer to related documents about the SNMP Agent
for NetWare (NetWare SNMP).
Check AUTOEXEC.NCF to see if you have loaded SNMP. Notice that
because of the auto loading feature of NLM, you can not directly find
where SNMP is loaded. The most common module is TCPIP.NLM which
auto loads SNMP.NLM. If you are using TCP/IP, load SNMP by using the
command line load snmp control=public before loading TCPIP.
For NetWare 4.x and Netware 5.x users, if you are using INETCFG.NLM
to configure the network, be sure to configure SNMP and make sure
that the SNMP.NLM is running with Control Community set to ‘public’.
To install the Novell NetWare Server Agent:
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM.
2
At Netware server console, type:
load cdrom.
3
At Netware server console,type:
load EB450MgmtCD:\APP\ASM\Netware\setup.
4
You are asked if you want to install the ASM Pro Server Agent on
your system. Select Yes to install.
The setup program detects the NetWare version and the model of
the server. It copies related NLM files into the SYS: SYSTEM
directory and C: of your NetWare server, and some needed
command lines are added into AUTOEXEC.NCF in SYS: SYSTEM.
5
If the Mylex GAM driver and GAM service is installed in your
NetWare system, the setup program asks you to install the Bbp
agent.
6
Press any key to continue. The ASM Pro Server Agent
Configuration Utility is launched.
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The Password option is highlighted. Set up a password, and exit
the utility.
Note: A password is required when using the ASM Pro Console to
remotely change or set any values for the agent, such as threshold
values and any trap handling method. If the password is disabled,
there is no security protection for the agent when the Console
tries to change or set these values.
8
Reboot the system to activate the ASM Pro drivers.
Note: ASM Pro Server Agent automatically starts after the server
is restarted and running.
Installing the SCO OpenServer Agent
Note: Make sure the SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol) is configured properly.
ASM Pro Server Agent requires SNMP running with community set to
'public' . The IP address of ASM Pro Console should be in /etc/
snmpd.trap so that ASM Pro Console can communicate with ASM Pro
Server Agent.
Follow these steps to install the SCO Server Agent:
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive.
2
Login SCO OpenServer as a super user.
3
In shell prompt, type the following to mount CD-ROM:
mount /dev/cd0 /mnt/cd.
4
In shell prompt, type:
ln -s /mnt/cd/APP/ASM/SCOOPE~1/ASMIPMI.DD /tmp/OL.000.000.
5
In shell prompt, type:
custom.
6
Follows custom command UI, select Software -> Install New ->
From ... -> Media Images -> /tmp.
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Note: If the SCO Server Agent has been installed, the program
asks if you want to preserve the existing config file. Choose
Reinstall to overwrite the previously installed SCO Server Agent,
or choose Upgrade if you know the existing password.
7
A password is required for a new installation. The system prompts
you to enter a new password, and after you have entered it once,
prompts you to reenter it.
8
After you set up the password, select the SNMP_Config option,
and enter the IP address of the ASM Pro Console system. (You can
run asmconfig at a later time to add or change the ASM Pro
Console IP address. See the ASM Pro Server Agent Utilities chapter
in the ASM Pro manual for information about running asmconfig.)
Note: If the SCO Server Agent has been installed, target IP
addresses appear on this screen.
9
After the installation is complete, in shell prompt, type:
rm /tmp/VOL.000.000.
Configuring ASM Pro Server Agent for SCO OpenServer
You may disable the password if you are installing ASM Pro Server
Agent to use only UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) or RDM functions.
You can use the asmconfig utility to set up a password for the agent. A
password is required when you are using ASM Pro Console to remotely
change or set any values for the agent.
Refer to the ASM Pro Server Agent Utilities chapter in the ASM Pro
manual for instructions on how to use the asmconfig utility.
Installing the SCO UnixWare Server Agent
Note: All of the following procedures require root permission.
To install the SCO UnixWare Server Agent:
1
Prepare the ASM Pro installation diskette from the DD file on the
ASM Pro package CD-ROM.
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Mount the CD-ROM drive. For example, mount the CD-ROM to /
mnt.
3
Insert an empty 1.44-MB diskette into your floppy drive and
execute the command:
# dd if={PATH}/asmuw.dd of=/dev/rdsk/f03ht
Here, {PATH} denotes the directory where asmuw.dd is located.
For example, /mnt/UnixWare.
4
Insert the ASM Pro installation diskette into your floppy drive and,
at the shell prompt, execute this command to begin ASM Pro
installation:
# pkgadd -d diskette1 asm
The installation process copies the ASM Pro Server Agent package into
the /usr/asm directory, and automatically makes changes to the
following system configuration files:
/etc/netmgt/snmpd.comm
/etc/netmgt/snmpd.peers
/etc/inittab
After the installation is complete, ASM Pro Server Agent can be
manually started by executing the command:
# /usr/asm/asmsmuxd
or it will be automatically started on the next system reboot.
Note: Before starting ASM Pro SMUX Agent asmsmuxd, execute
the ASM Pro Agent Configuration Utility asmcfg to configure at
least "SNMP", "ASM Pro_Password" and other parameters. Refer
to “Chapter 4 - ASM Pro Server Agent Utilities” in the ASM Pro
manual for detailed instructions on using the ASM Pro
Configuration Utility.
Installing the Microsoft Windows NT V4.0 Server or
Windows 2000 Server/Advanced Server Agent
Note: Before installing the ASM Pro software, make sure that the
TCP/IP and its related SNMP service are installed on the server.
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To install Microsoft Windows NT V4.0 Server or Windows 2000 Server/
Advanced Server Agent :
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive.
2
Click the Applications button.
3
In the Applications list, select "Advanced System Manager
(ASM) Pro Agent V4.50".
4
Click the Setup button.
5
Follow the onscreen installation steps to complete the installation.
6
Verify the path (where the ASM Pro Agent will be installed to) and
click OK. The Welcome screen appears.
7
Click Next. You are asked to stop SNMP service.
8
Click Yes. You are prompted to choose a destination directory. If
you only want to install ASM Pro SNMP agent and Remote
Console, you can choose Typical. If you want to choose more
components, click Custom. There are five components in the ASM
Pro agent:
•
SNMP agent
•
DMI
ASM Pro agent defines a proprietary ASM Pro.MIF that
supports the same items as the SNMP agent.
•
Server Mif
The server.mif that is defined by DMTF will be installed.
•
Remote Console
The Remote Console Server is installed which can be remote
control by Remote Console Client
•
MMC
This component is only supported on Windows 2000 and is
integrated with the Microsoft Mangement Console.
9
Click Next for the default directory, or click Browse to define your
own destination directory. Check any components you want to
install, and click OK.
The asmcfg utility launches automatically.
You may skip steps 7 through 11 if you are installing ASM Pro
Server Agent solely for the purpose of utilizing UPS and/or RDM
functions.
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10 Enter a password and click OK. A password is required when using
the ASM Pro Console to remotely change or set any value for the
NT Agent. If the password is disabled, there is no security
protection for the agent when the ASM Pro Console tries to
change or set these values.
11 Enter the IP address of the ASM Pro Console system, then click
ADD to add trap destinations. Click OK to end the asmcfg utility.
This IP address tells the Agent where to report (trap).
12 Click Yes to save your changes. The View Readme File dialog box
appears.
13 Click Yes to view, No to continue.
14 Click Finish to exit setup.
Installing the RedHat Linux Server Agent
Follow these steps to install the Red Hat Linux Agent:
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive.
2
Login Linux server as a super user.
3
In shell prompt, type the following to mount CD-ROM:
mount /dev/hdX /mnt/cdrom.
4
In shell prompt, type the following to change to the new
directory:
cd /mnt/cdrom/App/ASM/Linux.
5
In shell prompt, type the following to install ASM Pro SNMP
agent:
/bin/rpm -i asmpro-agent-4.5-4.rh62.i386.rpm.
6
In shell prompt, type the following to configure "SNMP_Config"
to receive trap:
/usr/local/share/asm/asmcfg.
7
In shell prompt, type the following to start ASM Pro agent:
/usr/local/share/asm/asm-snmpd start.
8
In shell prompt, type the following to stop ASM Pro agent if
necessary:
/usr/local/share/asm/asm-snmpd stop.
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Installing RDM
This section gives step-by-step instructions on how to install the RDM
function in the agent and console side of the ASM Pro software.
System requirements
Before you begin the installation, make sure that you have the
following:
RDM server requirements
Hardware
•
External modem
•
Pager
Software
•
Novell NetWare v4.1 or later, and/or
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SCO OpenServer 5.0 or later, and/or
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Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or later, and/or
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SCO UnixWare 7.0 or later
•
RedHat Linux 6.2 or 7.1
•
ASM Pro (Advanced System Manager Pro) agent
RDM Console requirements
Hardware
•
Pentium or faster PC
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At least 16 MB RAM
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At least 5 MB free hard disk space
•
Modem
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Software
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Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft NT Workstation 4.0, or Windows
2000
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ASM Pro 4.5 Console
Connecting communication peripherals
Modem
The Server and the RDM Console communicate via modem protocol.
Therefore, you need to connect an external modem with a baud rate
of not less than 9600 baud to both systems. To connect an external
modem, connect the RS232C serial cable to the modem data port and
the appropriate COM port of the system.
Note: Use only modems that are purchased locally to ensure
compatibility with your telephone system. The modem must have
a transfer rate of at least 28.8K.
When the modem is turned ON, the CD/DCD (Carrier Detect/Data
Carrier Detect) signal light on the front panel must be OFF for RDM to
function properly. If this is not the case, refer to the modem's user's
guide and check the section on DIP switches for information on how to
adjust the CD/DCD light. If your modem does not have a DIP switch,
then we recommend that you replace it with another model that
supports such switches.
Telephone
To connect the modem to a telephone outlet, plug in the telephone
connector to the telephone outlet. Then, insert the telephone line
connector to the modem line port.
Pager
The pager is necessary for notification purposes only.
Post-installation instructions.
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Make sure the modem cables are properly connected.
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Turn on the system and the peripherals connected to it.
Installing RDM Utilities
You must do the following to ensure successful installation of the RDM
Utilities:
1
If you have created a RDM hidden partition through EasyBuild
System CD, skip step 2.
2
Create a RDM hidden partition.
The RDM hidden partition is a DOS partition on the hard disk that
allows you to run preinstalled diagnostic tools when necessary,
without using a diskette or a CD. It also allows you to access your
system from a remote RDM console.
To create a RDM hidden partition, do the following:
a
Prepare a "clean" hard disk, i.e., a hard disk without any
operating system installed on it.
b
Create a bootable RDM floppy diskette using the
Management CD of EasyBuild.
c
Insert the RDM floppy diskette into the floppy drive.
d
After booting from the floppy drive, use the DOS FDISK
command to create a DOS partition. The minimum partition
size is 33 MB.
e
Activate the partition and exit FDISK; then reboot the system.
f
Format the DOS partition. When formatting is completed,
label the partition as RDM for easy identification.
g
Install (or transfer) the DOS operating system to the partition.
h
Run \RDM\install.bat* from the RDM floppy diskette to install
the RDM driver and hide the RDM partition. These settings
will take effect only after you reboot the system.
After you create the hidden partition, you can now install
other operating systems on the same hard disk. But before
doing so, make sure that the Hidden Partition parameter in
the RDM BIOS is set to Disabled. For more information on
RDM BIOS, refer to RDM BIOS chapter of the ASM Pro manual.
Important: If you are using an IDE hard disk with a capacity less
than 540 MB, make sure that you disable the LBA mode.
Otherwise, you will be required to use the LBA mode that you set
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for the other operating systems when you create the RDM hidden
partition.
Note: When you boot the system to the hidden partition, you
cannot use other utilities (e.g., FDISK.EXE) to change the hidden
partition settings.
Deleting the hidden partition
Important: You cannot recreate the RDM hidden partition once
you delete it. Before proceeding, make sure that you will not
need to create a hidden partition in the future.
Follow these steps to delete the hidden partition:
3
a
Insert a bootable diskette into the floppy drive.
b
Enter the BIOS Setup and set the Hidden Partition parameter
in the RDM BIOS to Enabled.
c
After the system boots from the floppy drive, use FDISK to
delete the RDM hidden partition. Do not delete other
partitions or change or reformat the active partition.
d
Exit FDISK and reboot the system.
e
Enter the BIOS Setup and set the Hidden Partition parameter
in the RDM BIOS to Disabled.
Install an operating system.
RDM supports the following operating systems:
•
Novell NetWare
•
Microsoft Windows NT and Windows 2000
•
SCO OpenServer
•
SCO UnixWare
•
RedHat Linux
You can install any or all of the operating systems. For the
installation instructions, refer to the documentation that came
with the OS package.
4
Install the ASM Pro Server Agent.
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Note: Before you proceed, make sure that you have installed the
necessary components and peripherals, for both the RDM server
and RDM Console.
The ASM Pro Server Agent driver or the server driver is contained
in the Advanced System Manager Pro (ASM Pro) software package.
Therefore, to install the ASM Pro Server Agent driver, you need to
install the ASM Pro agent software. For information on how to
install the ASM Pro software, refer to the documentation that
comes with the ASM Pro package.
RDM Console setup
This section describes how to install and uninstall the RDM Console
software.
Installing the RDM Console software
Important: Before you proceed, make sure that you have
installed the necessary components and peripherals, both for the
RDM server and RDM console.
Note: The RDM Console software can be installed only under
Windows NT 4.0/Workstation or Windows 95/98/2000.
The RDM function is one component of the ASM Pro 4.5 Console
software.
Follow these steps to install the RDM Console software:
1
Turn on the system.
2
Turn on all peripherals connected to the system such as the
monitor, modem, etc.
3
Install ASM Pro Console. Run the installation program, i.e.,
SETUP.EXE. The Setup Program Welcome screen appears.
4
For typical installation in ASM Pro Console, the RDM Console will
be installed. In Custom mode, user can choose to install RDM
Console or not.
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Continue to finish the installation of ASM Pro Console.
Uninstalling the RDM Console software
RDM Console software can only be uninstalled within ASM Pro Console
package.
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Installing AWM and Microsoft Internet
Information Service (IIS)
Note: You have to install Microsoft IIS before installing AWM. If
your system already have Microsoft IIS installed then AWM
automatically configures IIS. Skip the “Setting up Microsoft IIS”
section if this is the case.
System requirements
•
Intel 486 or higher processor
•
64 MB of RAM
•
10 MB free hard disk space
•
Windows NT Server 4.0 or Windows 2000 with the following:
•
Microsoft Internet Information Server 2.0 or later (5.0 is
recommended)
•
Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP)
•
SNMP Service
•
Ethernet card
•
Modem
Installing AWM
Note: AWM and ASM Console can not be installed in the same
system.
To install AWM:
1
Insert the Management CD into your system’s CD-ROM drive.
2
Click the Applications button.
3
In the Applications list, select ASM Pro Web-based Manager
V4.50 (AWM).
4
Click the Setup button.
5
Follow the Installation Wizard.
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Click Finish to complete the installation.
Note: For Windows NT 4.0, AWM will automatically install WbEM
core or WbEM SNMP Provider if not installed. For Windows 2000,
the WbEM core is built-in. AWM will only install the WbEM SNMP
Provider if it is not yet installed. After installing either of these
components, reboot your system.
Setting up Microsoft IIS
To set up Microsoft IIS:
1
Open your IIS configuration program and check the virtual
directory setting. The IIS setup program is located in the Windows
NT Server Optional CD. You can also download it from the
Microsoft Website.
2
Check the virtual directory. If there is no virtual directory for
AWM, create one and name it AWM. Point it to the directory
where the AWM main files are installed (e.g. D:/AWM).
Note: If you have IIS version 5.0 the directory is automatically
added.
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After adding the virtual directory, click OK to save changes and
exit.
Running AWM
Type this address in your browser:
http://{IPADDRESS}/AWM
The password window appears prompting for authentication as shown
below.
To access AWM, enter your user name, password and domain, then
click OK.
AWM confirms the user name, password and domain, then displays the
main page.
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Index
A
Advanced Desktop Agent
System Requirements 95
Advanced Server Agent
System Requirements 95
Advanced System Manager (ASM)
System Requirements 95
ASM Console
installation 96
ASM Server Agent
configuring SCO Openserver
Agent 99
installing Microsoft Windows NT
Agent 100
installing Novell Netware Agent
96
installing SCO Openserver Agent
98
installing SCO Unixware Agent
99
B
basic connections 21
keyboard 21
monitor 23
mouse 22
network 24
power cable 25
BIOS Setup utility 61
Abort Settings Change 91
Advanced Options 90
Boot Options 77
Date and Time 79
Disk Drives 67
entering 62
Exit Setup 92
IPMI Configuration 84
Load Default Settings 90
Onboard Peripherals 71
Power Management 74
Product Information 66
RDM Configuration 87
System Information 64
System Security 80
removing password 83
setting/changing password
81
Supervisor password 80
User password 80
BPL5M hotswap cage
components 45
C
computer maintenance
diskettes 18
connecting options
printer 29
USB devices 30
CPU 48
installing 51
removing 48
D
DIMM
installing 54
removing 53
disk drives 18
CD-ROM drive 19
inserting 19
taking care CDs 19
floppy drive 18
not write protect 18
write protect 18
E
expansion card
installing 56
external system fan
installing 58
K
keyboard
15
M
Microsoft Windows NT
installation 100
mouse 17
buttons 17
clicking 17
double-click 17
ratchet wheel 17
N
Novell Netware Agent
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installation
turning on your system 26
power-on problems 27
96
S
SCO Openserver Agent
configuring for ASM
Agent 99
installation 98
SCO Unixware Agent
installation 99
system memory 53
reconfiguring 55
U
Server
upgrade
installation precautions 33
ESD 33
post-installation 34
preinstallation 33
V
VGA card retainer
T
turning off your system
28
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